The Shelburne Freelancer Tuesday, April 26, 2016

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BLITZFULL TREATS

Ice Cream Shop

IS NOW OPEN

Surprising to Shelburnites, Blitzfull Treats, located on Main Street in the Ultramar Gas Station Building, is not new as 2016 marks Blitzfull Treats' 4th year in Shelburne. The Sullivan family own and operate this wonderful, quaint Ice Cream Shop featuring Chapman's Ice Cream Products to the tune of 24 flavours to choose from and that's not all! (Lto R) Gavin Sullivan and his daughter-in law, Kristen Sullivan also offer Chapman's signature Slice Cream, and Sundaes. For more information call 647-997-4717.

The Shelburne Freelancer Friday, April 21, 2016

Veterans Actively Looking For New Members of The Royal Canadian Legion 220 Branch & Springbok Militaria- Buying Selling &Trading Historical Military Memorabilia.

Click image (L) and Visit Shelburne Legion News.

DO YOU LEGALLY NEED TO HAVE A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN YOUR HOME? Shelburne & District Fire Chief, Brad Lemaich has the answers. " CO alarms are mandatory in ALL homes with a fuel burning appliance AND/OR an attached garage - HOMEOWNERS and LANDLORDS MUST install and maintain them! There must also be a working smoke alarm installed on each level and outside of sleeping areas in EVERY home, and again HOMEOWNERS and LANDLORDS MUST install and maintain them. Do the smart thing, install them and be compliant, or, get caught, pay the fines, and then install them....." commented Lemaich.

The Law was passed in October 2015 and provided a six month grace period for homeowners to follow up. Anyone who fails to comply stands the chance of facing a $50,000

fine, a huge fine that could have easily been avoided if only one had purchased the life saving device. Of course the alternative of losing your life to the silent killer is far worse.

Click above to visit the Shelburne & District Facebook Page and to the left on the examples of different priced detectors on Google and go to the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management's information page filled with emergency questions and answers.

For those who thought the installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors was not mandatory, now you know to get on top of the situation before "it" gets on top of you and your family.

Hearts Wide Open For Autism Proudly Presents The Check To

The Upper Grand Learning Foundation

Both Photo and comment provided by Hearts Wide Open For Autism Founder, Deanna Avison.

"Today I am proud to say that HEARTS WIDE OPEN FOR AUTISM presented a cheque for $5200. to the UPPER GRAND LEARNING FOUNDATION for our four elementary schools SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM, they are HYLAND HEIGHTS, CENTENNIAL HYLANDS, GLENBROOK and PRIMROSE,"commented Avison, Founder of Hearts Wide Open For Autism.Pictured from left to right, Deanna Avison, Bonnie Talbot - Superintendent of Education, and Jan Stokman UGDSB. Unfortunately Megan Young was unable to attend. Check out UGDSB twitter at http://ow.ly/4mX62R

Click on image (L)to visit their FB page.

Queen’s Park) – Today, Sylvia Jones MPP Dufferin-Caledon asked the Premier to not cut-off the 85 per cent of children over the age 5 that are currently receiving Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) therapy.

On March 29th the Government announced that children with Autism over the age of 5 will be ineligible to receive IBI therapy. As a result, approximately 3,500 children that are on the waitlist or currently receiving therapy will lose out on receiving IBI therapy.

“Government documents have shown that currently 85 per cent of children receiving IBI therapy are over the age of 5. Now families are being told their children will be cut-off from receiving this much needed support as of May,” Jones said.

“I have heard numerous firsthand accounts of children benefiting from IBI therapy even after the age of 5. Now the Government is closing the door on these children from reaching their full potential,” Jones said.

“Premier it’s never too late to do the right thing. Announce today you are reversing your decision and allow kids over 5 to access IBI therapy,” Jones said.

MPP Sylvia Jones Working For Those Who Are Traumatically Affected By Recent Government Cutbacks To Autism Health Care

Today, Sylvia Jones MPP Dufferin-Caledon asked the Premier to not cut-off the 85 per cent of children over the age 5 that are currently receiving Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) Therapy.

On March 29th the Government announced that children with Autism over the age of 5 will be ineligible to receive IBI therapy. As a result, approximately 3,500 children that are on the waitlist or currently receiving therapy will lose out on receiving IBI therapy.

“Government documents have shown that currently 85 per cent of children receiving IBI therapy are over the age of 5. Now families are being told their children will be cut-off from receiving this much needed support as of May,” Jones said.

“I have heard numerous firsthand accounts of children benefiting from IBI therapy even after the age of 5. Now the Government is closing the door on these children from reaching their full potential,” Jones said.

“Premier it’s never too late to do the right thing. Announce today you are reversing your decision and allow kids over 5 to access IBI therapy,” Jones said.

The Shelburne Freelancer Tuesday, April 19, 2016

(LTOR) Storm Hunter, Mark Robinson gave an "enlightening" presentation at Dufferin Coutny Museum & Archives (DCMA) and Nanci Malek, in charge of Marketing & Events is responsible for bringing in Robinson, a most dynamic and engaging speaker. Tornadoes are not the only type of weather Robinson chases as this Meteorologist hunts all kinds of weather. Click on image (L) to visit Robinson's Blog on the Weather Network.

Many turned out for this incredibly interesting presentation which included discussions on lightening storms, massive flooding, tornadoes, earthquakes and more. One question posed to the audiences that everyone got wrong, "Does a tornado in Australia actually rotate the opposite way to other parts of the world?" And the answer is, yes!

Also discussing horrific experiences encountered by people who face tornadoes, a question from the audience got personal when a gentlemen asked how this work affects Robinson, seeing and meeting people on what could be the worse day of their lives and then reporting about it, and how does Robinson feel about it.

Robinson explained he has grappled with the moral issues, but telling people stories is way to respect them, share the story with the world and that way we all can learn from the experiences of others. Robinson also reflected that while it may appear to be a moral issue, it's also about the science and the more we learn, the better we can help people be prepared should they encounter such weather conditions and threats.

Robinson also mentioned that lightening can kill a person speaking on a land line telephone and for those who can't remember a time before cell phones, this type of phone is attached to the wall. One of the most dangerous places to be during a lightening storm is in the shower and surprising to most was the myth that the rubber tires of a car can protect you from becoming electrocuted if your car has been struck by lightening. The wheels are not enough of a conductor to save a life as the electricity is travelling around the outside of the vehicle repeatedly. Best to remain in the vehicle and sit tight until first responders arrive to ensure safety.

Broken ribs, cuts, bruises and and on rare occasions, loss of life to co-workers does not deter this Storm Hunter from his ultimate passion of storm chasing across the planet and he Tornado chases a remarkably high number of times in the Shelburne area. Keep your eyes open as Tornado Season approaches and you might meet, Storm Hunter, Mark Robinson.

Below are just a few of the devastating visits from horrible weather Grand Valley has experienced. These examples are found at the Dufferin County Museum & Archives for more information.

The Shelburne Freelancer Monday, April 18, 2016

Be Safe Shelburne! New Stop Signs In Place!

One location was Jelly St. Sth and Andrew St. on the south east corner, ( at the top of a slight incline) making that intersection a four way stop, east bound on Jelly Street N. and First Ave., making that intersection a four way stop, and west bound on First Avenue, be erected at First Avenue and Jelly St.

Free Pep Rally Held On Saturday, April 16, 2016 At The Dufferin County Museum, Has Everyone Talking About Mulmur!

Mulmur Mayor, Paul Mills Welcomed Those At The Pep Rally At Dufferin County Museum Encouraging Everyone To Vote For Mulmur. Click on the Image (R) for exclusive video interview with Mulmur Mayor, Paul Mills as he explains how it all hapened. Click(L) to register to vote!

And how did Mulmur get chosen as one of Air Miles Detour Concert choices when looking for five Historically Musical Communities? Mulmur's Rock Hill Park Had a lot to do with it! In the 1970's and 80's Rock Hill Park was THE place to go to see huge names perform. Some refer to Rock Hill Park as their very own Woodstock, and performers must have thought so as well making the trip to the beautiful country side of Mulmur with its scenic vistas, proximity to the Bruce Trail, and vast variety of local talent. Mulmur's unusual history is wrapped around music, famous kitchen parties, barn dances and even today, music is such an integrated, essential factor of every day life. Home to many artists, no shortage of talent originated from and gravitates towards Dufferin County's Mulmur Township and surrounding areas, including Shelburne, commonly referred to as Fiddle Capital of Canada. Below are highlights from Dufferin County Museum & Archives' Free Air Miles Detour Concert Pep Rally, held on April 16, 2016 which not only encouraged people to vote for Mulmur but is a fine example of Music bringing people together like it always has done. A super fun day, filled with music from the famous to those who just love to play, it's a day to remember and be shared with the world!

The Shelburne Freelancer Friday, April15, 2016

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The Shelburne Freelancer Thursday, April 14, 2016

The Provincial Government Cutbacks In Autism Care Brought Parents To Queen's Park To Fight For Intensive Behaviour Intervention(IBI) To Be Re-Instated. But Did Anything change? Parents Speak Out!

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Parents living with children on the spectrum of Autism will have to buckle up for a bumpy ride in the fight to have IBI (Intensive Behaviour Intervention) re-instated into the newly announced Autism Health Care Programs by the Provincial Government.

Already an established fact that children with Autism can thrive with IBI, parents are in shock over the cutbacks that will restrict children over five years of age from receiving care, bluntly deciding there is no evidence children over five years of age are simply not capable to benefit from IBI. A crushing blow to Ontario parents who have inundated social media with video evidence to the contrary. Click here to read more.

Shelburne's Annual Economic Development Committee Breakfast Coming Up Fast! Do you have your Ticket ?

Click on image above for the Exclusive video interview of EDC Member and owner of Auto Centre Dufferin, Steve Bowles. Find out where you can get your ticket.

Shelburne 2016 is looking bright! Shelburne's Economic Development Committee hosts an Annual Breakfast followed by networking and keynote speakers revealing important facts, strategies and plans for the future of Shelburne and the Shelburne Business Community. EDC Member, Steve Bowles, owner of Auto Centre Dufferin, provides a warm welcome encouraging anyone and every one to attend the event on April 28, 2016 at the Shelburne Legion 220 Branch at 6:45 a.m.

The Annual Bryan Trott Memorial Hockey Tournament In Support Of Honeywood Minor Hockey A huge Success!

While this annual Hockey Fund Raising Tournament has been happening for over twenty years, for the passed seven years, Jamie Doig (L) has been one of the organizers making the Bryan Trott Memorial Hockey Tournament in support of Honeywood Minor Hockey a continued success.

Treasurer for the organization, Kim Fraser reports that while donations are still trickling in, the fundraiser can boast having raised $3000 this year thus far.

The arena in Honeywood is a must see, being one of the most beautiful old wooden Hockey Arenas in Dufferin County. While this community is small, Honeywood is powerfully and positively impacting the lives of young boys who play hockey as men play hockey for this tournament in support of Honeywood Minor Hockey. If by setting an example displaying fortitude,skill, talent and drive by the men participating in the annual event, these young boys can look forward to skill, strength and a bright future in Canada's favourite pass time, the sport of Hockey.

The Shelburne Freealncer Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Canadians Have To Start Really Looking At Their Money!Could You Be Carrying Counterfeit Money? Do You Know How To Tell The Difference?

Shelburne Police Services, Constable Paul Neumann (L)Held A Free Training Session On How To Detect Conterfeit Money & What To Do About Fraud!

When Shelburne Businesses began noticing counterfeit money in their tills, it was time to take action for Shelburne's Police Services, Constable Paul Neumann who organised a free training session Fraud & Counterfeit Detection held at the Centre Dufferin Recreational Complex, April 6, 2016.

Most surprising to the large crowd the session drew, was one of the simplest things Canadians forget to do every day and that is looking at the money instead of merely noticing the color. Manuel Parreira, Bank of Canada, Senior Regional Representative (L) pointed out many Canadians never even look at the money in their hands and that kind of oversight can cost Canadians who get stuck with counterfeit bills. Simply being sure to feel the bill, hold it up to the light, tilting it so see certain embedded images can make a difference.

Click on the image(R) and visit the Bank Of Canada website & Interact Digitally discovering how to detect counterfeit money on their website.

(L) Owner of Shelburne Town Pharmacy, Sanjay Lehki, was one of the unfortunate business where counterfeit money had been received. What did Lekhi think of the Counterfeit Detection Training? " I learnt key features of legal US and Canadian currency and shared the knowledge with my family that a few simple steps of touching and tilting the bills differentiates between original and fake bills," commented Lekhi. Click on image(L) to visit Shelburne Town Pharmacy Website.

The Shelburne Freelancer Monday, April 11, 2016

When compared to years in the past, The Jennifer Widbur Memorial Hockey Tournament, which takes place in Honeywood, ON, a small community with one the oldest and most beautiful wooden type arenas, you will see the same wonderful volunteers and players, year after year.

Difficult to imagine how this tiny group of organizers can manage to pull in such a big draw every year raising close to $50,000 to date.

This year, new additions to the fundraising efforts included young players, as young as six to be a hockey playing force to be reckoned with. Important to note that this fundraiser was conceived by Hockey Mom's who knew and love Jennifer Widbur, and it's an all girl power game! When commenting about the work involved in organizing the annual event, Mike DeLaat, Widbur's husband had this to say, " It's a couple of very long days a year at the arena and when I see all the good we've accomplished, it amazes me. We see the same faces every year, Honeywood is a small place and this event attracts teams from all over. It's really wonderful."

Click on the photo above for video of hockey game snippet!

Click on the Photograph generoulsy provided by Job Shadowing Sheridan College Media Student, Amelia Sher to visit the Jennifer Widbur Memorial Hockey Tournament Website for more information and find out how you can donate to this worthy cause in the fight to end Cancer.

The Shelburne Freelancer Friday, April 8, 2016

(Above)Town Of Shelburne COA/Clerk, John Telfer

The Town Of Shelburne Issued The Following Press Release Regarding Long Term Accomodations

For The Shelburne Police Department

Chair Wade Mills and the Police Accommodations Sub-Committee have been investigating options for the long term accommodations of the Shelburne Police Service. As part of the task at hand, the sub-committee has evaluated their needs for accommodations. The year 2035

horizon was identified as the needs basis for the review. The sub-committee has broken the workload into three areas including Public Relations, Finance and Building Evaluation areas.The sub-committee will continue to meet monthly until a report and recommendation is presented to Council on next steps in the accommodation review.